Have you found it hard to locate information on exactly what if any Government funding is available to establish, expand or develop your small business? If you have - then you'll find this service locating money available for your small business of interest. It's easy to use and it only takes one or two minutes to run the location and details of your business - from there you will be able to ascertain if you qualify for any of the Government funding that is currently on offer. Even if you … [Read more...]
PAKISTAN – Death Sentence for ‘women dancing at wedding’, Navi Pillay is appaulled!
June 8, 2012 by
The death sentence imposed on five women in Pakistan for allegedly dancing at a wedding has been condemned by the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Navi Pillay. "Pakistan must boost its efforts to protect the human rights of its citizens said UN High Commissioner for Human Rights at the end of her visit to the country on Thursday. During her four day mission, Navi Pillay met with Pakistani leaders and pressed for reforms. The High Commissioner is calling on the Government to pass … [Read more...]
UN Women working towards a sustainable future
June 7, 2012 by
Women play a central role in advancing sustainable development. Everyday women take decisions that impact sustainable development—be it the use of land, water, energy, or forests or through their contributions to their families and the economy. If they have equal access to resources and opportunities and are part of the decision-making processes, women can become drivers of sustainable development. In partnership with women, their communities, and grassroots organizations, UN Women supports many … [Read more...]
Angela DeMontigny celebrates Design Studio Grand Opening – June 23, 2012
June 6, 2012 by
Angela DeMontigny celebrates Design Studio Grand Opening Saturday, June 23, 2012. 10:00am until 6:00pm. 701 TRINITY ROAD S., UNIT #3, ANCASTER, ONT. L0R 1R0 An Open House to celebrate the Opening of the Design Studio, National Aboriginal Day and the Summer Solstice. Special Guests, refreshments and fun! REGISTER HERE … [Read more...]
Even Ensler’s V-DAY is Taking Action !!!
June 6, 2012 by
UPDATE: 142 Countries and RISING! In February we launched ONE BILLION RISING and in just a little over three months the campaign has spread to 142 countries around the world. Women and men from Mali to Afghanistan, Rwanda to Taiwan have pledged to STRIKE, DANCE and RISE on February 14th, 2013. We've seen tens of thousands of new activists come on board. We've seen V-Day benefit events in the UK and Australia, Italy and South Africa, and in over 50 other countries end with audiences standing … [Read more...]
Toronto event this Thursday! , Jennifer Hough
June 5, 2012 by
A special "By Donation" evening event in Toronto this Thursday! "The Four Pillars of Awakening! ~ Living Beyond Beliefs and Out of Your Mind" Thursday, June 7, 2012 - 7pm-9:30pm Awakening is a process of remembering who we are, cellularly and beyond. It is a series of infusions, physical shifts and integrations that take us all on the inevitable journey of physically and etherically realizing who the Universe say us to be, before we even got here. Join us for a special "by donation" … [Read more...]
NIGERIA – Women Taking Action to protect families from malnutrition
May 31, 2012 by
GARIN GOULBI, Niger, 29 May 2012 – In Garin Goulbi, a small village more than 500 kilometres from Niger’s capital, women have taken the lead in protecting their families and community during the country’s dire food security and nutrition crisis, which has left more than six million people across Niger facing food shortages. According to UN experts, successive droughts in 2005, 2010 and now 2012 have pushed families to the brink. UNICEF and the Government of Niger recognized that families … [Read more...]
World Pulse is Taking Action for RIO +20 – Submit Your Story !!!
May 29, 2012 by
Advise World Leaders on What Sustainable and Equitable Development Means to YOU In partnership with the Women’s Environment and Development Organization (WEDO), World Pulse is collecting personal stories outlining women’s experiences and recommendations on sustainable and equitable development for presentation at the Rio +20 United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development. How Can My Voice Be Included? SUBMISSION GUIDELINES Log in to your PulseWire account. Not a … [Read more...]
The Peninsula Spa New York – #1 Hotel Spa in the USA
May 28, 2012 by
The Peninsula Spa New York is pleased to announce that it was awarded the #1 Hotel Spa in the USA by the readers of Conde Nast Traveler in the June 2012issue.The Peninsula Spa received a perfect score of 100, which is based on readers' scoring in the areas of treatment, staff and facilities. As a thank you to its loyal guests - and to welcome new guests - The Spa is offering special "Celebrate Summer" mid-week pricing of $175 (regular $195) for a 60-minute Holistic Massage, plus … [Read more...]
Egyptian women cast votes and rally for their country’s future
May 26, 2012 by
“Even if I am not going to live for very much longer, I am voting for the future of my grandchildren.” So states one elderly lady as she waits in front of a polling station in Cairo, voicing the hope and resolve of a nation going to the polls. Over 50 million voters are eligible for Egypt’s 2012 presidential elections, the first since the country’s inspiring revolution, and of them, 23 million are women. Recent UN Women’s analysis has shown that 90.3 per cent of women surveyed are willing … [Read more...]
